The ongoing rift between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky over the conflict with Russia has intensified in recent days. White House officials have accused Zelensky of insulting Trump, further straining the already tense relationship between the two leaders.
The latest point of contention arose when Zelensky rejected US demands for a share of Ukraine’s rare earth minerals. Trump had suggested that such a “deal” would reflect the amount of aid the US has provided to Ukraine during its war with Russia. However, Zelensky’s refusal to comply has only added fuel to the fire in the ongoing disagreement between the two nations.
The situation escalated even further when a planned press conference with Zelensky and the US Chief Envoy to Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, was abruptly cancelled on Thursday. This sudden cancellation has raised questions about the state of diplomatic relations between the US and Ukraine, and has left many wondering about the future of their alliance in the face of the ongoing conflict with Russia.
As tensions continue to rise, it remains to be seen how Trump and Zelensky will navigate their differences and work towards a resolution in the Ukraine war. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
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